Litigation Legal Assistant
About The Position
Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A, an AV-rated firm and Florida’s largest litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant for its Orlando office. Applicants should have 3+ years of litigation experience in Insurance Defense, be a self-starter, have excellent communication skills, and be well organized to join our fast-growing team. Insurance defense experience recommended. This is not a remote position. The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our insurance defense attorneys with case preparation, e-filing, scheduling, saving documents, naming documents, document management, and administrative tasks. This position requires a proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong understanding of circuit court procedures.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
- Demonstrated understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and filing requirements.
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook) Imanage and Litify.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team environment.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of litigation experience in Insurance Defense
- Insurance defense experience recommended
- Experience with Insurance Defense (bodily injury) is a strong advantage.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in preparing, editing, and proofreading notices, motions, and other court documents.
- Manage and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, scheduling appointments, and court deadlines.
- Conduct legal research and gather information as directed by attorneys.
- Draft correspondence and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Familiarize yourself with court rules and technical requirements for circuit court filings.
- Perform other administrative and clerical duties to support the team.
Benefits
- health Insurance
- 20 days of PTO per year
- company matched 401k plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
